2005 Holden Vectra vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
